Asthana
Asthana is a village located in Shekhopur Sarai subdivision of Sheikhpura district in Bihar, India. It is situated 8km away from sub-district headquarter Shekhopur Sarai (tehsildar office) and 24km away from district headquarter Sheikhpura. As per 2009 stats, Onama is the gram panchayat of Asthana village.
Asthana has its own place in the vibrant Sheikhpura region. In the following sections, you’ll find details about population, literacy, households, children, caste data, area, pincode, local governance, nearby villages, connectivity, and more.
About Asthana
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Asthana is 243891. The village spans a total geographical area of 196 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 811101. Barbigha is nearest town to Asthana village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 8km away.
Google Map of Asthana
Population of Asthana
Below is a concise population overview of Asthana as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.
Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
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Total Population | 2,269 | 1,195 | 1,074 |
Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 408 | 226 | 182 |
Scheduled Castes (SC) | 648 | 349 | 299 |
Scheduled Tribes (ST) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
Literate Population | 1,306 | 786 | 520 |
Illiterate Population | 963 | 409 | 554 |
Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Asthana village:
- The total population of Asthana village is around 2,269, including approximately 1,195 males and 1,074 females, with a sex ratio of 898 females per 1,000 males.
- There are about 408 children aged 0–6 years in Asthana village, reflecting the young population in the village.
- Asthana village has 648 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC).
- The literacy rate of Asthana village is about 57.56%, with male literacy at 65.77% and female literacy at 48.42%.
- There are around 376 households in Asthana village.
Connectivity of Asthana
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Asthana. As per the 2011 stats, Asthana had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
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Public Bus Service | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
Private Bus Service | Available within <5 km distance |
Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Asthana
Knowing the nearby villages of Asthana helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Asthana.
Frequently Asked Questions about Asthana
- Where is Asthana located?
- Asthana village is situated in Shekhopur Sarai Subdivision, within the Sheikhpura district of Bihar, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Asthana?
- The Gram Panchayat of Asthana is Onama (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Asthana?
- The pincode of Asthana is 811101, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Asthana as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Asthana is 2,269, with 1,195 males and 1,074 females.
- How many households are there in Asthana as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Asthana village has a total of 376 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Asthana as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Asthana is 57.56%. The male literacy rate is 65.77%, while the female literacy rate is 48.42%.